Cook Group

Research Scientist 2

Cook Group • $70K — $95K *
Bloomington, IN 47401In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in life science or engineering with 3 years relevant experience
  • Experience in biology or biotechnology preferred
  • Proficiency with advanced cell culture and quantitative biological assays
  • Familiarity with specialty instrumentation operation and validation
  • Experience in sourcing and testing new materials
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Strong motivation and excellent organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Propose new experimental ideas based on research.
  • Set personal objectives aligned with larger project goals.
  • Conduct experiments and analyze results independently.
  • Document experimental methods, reports, and validation protocols.
  • Assist in laboratory maintenance, including equipment calibration.
  • Actively troubleshoot equipment and methodological challenges.
  • Prepare project reports and aid in manuscript and IP writing.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Access to advanced technology and resources
  • Support for innovation and creative contributions
  • Occasional training in safety and operational protocols
Full Job Description
Overview

A Research Scientist performs relevant background research on a topic and develops pertinent questions and experimental designs with general guidance. This role conducts and analyzes experiments on complex biological topics with limited supervision while assisting with laboratory maintenance. This role is part of a team investigating potential new product areas while also assisting with informal training, trouble-shooting of methods or equipment, and connecting with others in R&D through excellent written and verbal communication. We are looking for self-motivated candidates who are eager to contribute creative ideas and quickly generate and analyze high quality data supporting the design and testing of novel therapeutic agents and materials.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute ideas for new experiments.
  • Set own objectives to achieve larger project goals.
  • Conduct and analyze experiments.
  • Own the writing of experiment documentation including methods, reports and validation protocols.
  • Contribute to laboratory maintenance including equipment calibrations.
  • Initiate problem-solving of equipment or methodological issues.
  • Generate project reports and assist with writing manuscripts or IP for external review.
  • Present data internally within team or department.
  • Assist in technology transfer to development by providing technical support, generating development reports, and data analysis.
  • Assist in identifying new materials or methods for achieving project goals and determining best practices for their use and testing.
  • Provide occasional guidance to others within the team.


Qualifications

  • BS degree life science/engineering with 3 years relevant experience
  • Previous experience with biology/biotechnology industries preferred
  • Experience with advanced cell culture models and quantitative molecular or biological assays
  • Operation and validation of specialty instrumentation
  • Experience with sourcing and testing of new materials
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team and committed to high quality work
  • Must be highly motivated, have excellent organizational and communication skills


Physical Requirements:
  • Position requires training in blood borne pathogen safety measures
  • New hires will be given the option of Hepatitis B vaccination
  • Position requires use of cryogenic substances (liquid nitrogen) and in handling potentially pathogenic agents. Training will be required as part of role.
  • Applications must be able to work in a controlled laboratory environment
  • All procedures in which infectious aerosols or splashes may be created are conducted in biosafety cabinets (BSCs) or other physical containment equipment.
  • This position requires work in a Biosafety Level 2 environment involving agents that pose moderate hazards to personnel and the environment

About Cook Group

Cook Group is a privately held company that operates in the healthcare industry. The company was founded in 1963 by Bill and Gayle Cook and is headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana. Cook Group is comprised of several subsidiaries that manufacture and distribute medical devices, drugs, and biologic materials. The company's products are used in a variety of medical specialties, including interventional radiology, vascular surgery, critical care medicine, and women's health. Cook Group is committed to improving patient outcomes through innovation and collaboration with healthcare providers.
Learn more about Cook Group
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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